Advanced Practice Nurse, Hematology Oncology

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 136,294 - 180,084; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) for its Hematology/Oncology practice. The APN will perform health assessments, develop treatment plans, and promote patient wellness through education and research. Qualified candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Nursing and possess a current RN license in New Jersey.

The position offers a salary range of US$136,294–180,084.03 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Current registered nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• Eligibility for national certification as an NP/APN.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and manage patient care.
• Uphold professional standards and participate in quality improvement.
• Promote wellness through education and research.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Effective verbal and written communication

Creative problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

About The Role

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is a skilled health provider who, through a written collaborative practice agreement with a physician, is credentialed through the Medical Staff Office. As a member of the Medical Staff, the APN demonstrates standards of professional practice that includes ethical decision making, quality assessment/improvement, self‑evaluation, leadership and research. The APN is self‑directed and purposeful in seeking necessary knowledge and skills to develop and maintain competency.

The APN in the Hematology/Oncology practice utilizes critical judgment in the performance of comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis and prescribing of pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatments in the direct management of patients diagnosed with hematologic or oncologic diseases. The APN practices promote wellness through conducting research, providing education, and works autonomously as well as in interdisciplinary teams as resources and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Licensed healthcare provider operating under a written collaborative agreement with a physician and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office.
• Upholds professional standards that include:
• Ethical decision‑making
• Participation in quality assessment and improvement initiatives
• Ongoing self‑evaluation
• Leadership responsibilities
• Involvement in research activities
• Self‑directed and actively pursues the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain clinical competence.
• Within the Hematology/Oncology practice, performs comprehensive health assessments, develops differential diagnoses, prescribes pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatments, and manages care for patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions.
• Applies critical clinical judgment in the direct management of patients.
• Promotes patient wellness through conducting and contributing to research, and providing patient and staff education.

Qualifications

• Current registered or professional nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey.
• Completion of a Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited NP/APN program.
• Eligibility for national certification as an NP/APN through an approved certifying body.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Hematology/Oncology experience preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in interpersonal communication, effective verbal and written communication, and creative problem‑solving.
• Preferred certifications (if applicable): Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate, Radiation Therapy Certificate, Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN).
• Participation in professional and/or specialty organizations preferred.

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is US$136,294–180,084.03 per year. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.